You can access, download and print a news sheet about Powys Mental Health Voluntary Organisations that was created in Dec 2013 here.

You can access, download and print a news sheet about family and friends support from Voluntary Organisations that was created in Dec 2013 here.

You can access, download and print a news sheet about money advice and support from Voluntary Organisations that was created in Dec 2013 here.

Other PAVO* Networks providing information

PAVO Health and Social Care NetworkThis network provides a means for voluntary sector organisations and community groups to be better informed and play a more active role in the decision making processes around Health and Social Care in Powys.

It publishes regular health and social care updates about activities, events and issues across Powys.

PAVO Children & Families NetworkThis network connects third sector organisations with each other, makes links with strategic planning and processes of Children & Young People's Partnership.

It publishes regular updates about activities, events and issues related to children, young people and families across Powys.

*Powys Association of Voluntary Organisations

Powys Mental Health Voluntary Organisations

Montgomeryshire

Ponthafren AssociationA member led mental health charity for people who experience mental health issues, those who are socially isolated or excluded, or those who may just wish to make new friends or gain new skills. The Association offers a person centred approach to recovery. Activities are provided in response to requests from the membership and can vary from taster sessions in Life Skills, such as for example Anger Management, Confidence Building & Communication Skills, to more artistic classes, art classes, pottery, craft & Drypoint Print Making. They also provide access to person centred counselling. Find out more abut their services (Newtown, Welshpool and Llanidloes) and activities at www.ponthafren.org.uk.

Rekindle Small StepsProject works with younger people aged 16 to 25 to offer early intervention for those at risk of mental health problems or those already suffering mental distress such as depression, anxiety or who are self-harming. www.rekindle.org.uk. Newtown: Ponthafren Centre, Longbridge Street, Newtown, Powys SY16 2DY. e-mail help@rekindle.org.uk or call them on 01686 621266.

Mind Aberystwyth (formerly named US Mach)provide a service in Machynlleth promoting good mental health and well-being. The service will be called Bro Ddyfi Mind and will serve residents of the Ddyfi Valley. You can contact them on 01970 626225.

Radnorshire

Mid Powys MindMid Powys Mind is a local charity, running services in Radnorshire and North Brecknock that offers advice and support to those who may have mental distress, their carers and their families. Runs outreach services in Builth Wells, Knighton, Rhayader,and Presteigne. Offers counselling, self-help, activities, health and well being services. They also run an Arts Café in the town centre. You can find out more about the One-to-One Recovery Support Service here.

The Rethink Borders group - for carers' of people with severe mental illness diagnosis. Meets monthly, usually on the 1st Monday of the month at 2.30, usually in Llandrindod Wells. We vary both the meeting place and the time / date depending on who is coming. This cuts down on the distances and costs. We are a self help group for carers who share ideas and expertise and support each other.

Brecknockshire

Brecon and District MindSupports people in the community affected by mental illness and distress. We welcome anyone during ‘open door’ sessions or by appointment. We offer a wide range of healthy activities, courses and workshops designed to support and empower people experiencing mental distress to move towards recovery. Outreach services in Talgarth, Hay-on-Wye, Crickhowell.http://www.breconmind.org.uk/ St David's House, 48 Free Street, Brecon, Powys LD3 7BP. Tel: 01874 611529 Email info@breconmind.org.uk.

Ystradgynlais MindYstradgynlais Mind works to improve the life of people affected by mental distress - this includes the people themselves, as well as carers, family, friends and supporters - based on the 'Wellbeing' framework.www.minditv.org.uk01639 841 345 e-mail: info@minditv.org.uk18 Heol Eglwys, Ystradgynlais, Swansea SA9 1EY

Take pARTTake pART is the Community Art Workshop for people living in the town of Brecon and its surrounding area.Unit 28, Ffrwdgrech Industrial, Brecon, LD3 8LAe-mail: info@takepart.plus.comPat Cook 07970 042 493. Dee Perkins 01874 711 544

Powys wide

Powys Mental Health Information ServiceThe service is there help you try and find the information you need. For example:

Powys Mental Health Alliance (PMHA) "We believe the collective voice of individuals has the power to improve the world of mental health." Powys Mental Health Alliance (PMHA) is an independent charity run solely by volunteers. Their aim is to ensure that individuals across Powys who have experienced mental distress, and those around them, have the opportunity for their voice to be heard. Tel: 07926 862 414 Email: info@powysmha.org.ukhttp://powysmha.org.uk/home.html or write to PMHA at: PO Box 146, Welshpool, SY21 1AZ.

Powys Patients' CouncilAdvocates on behalf of patients on psychiatric wards. It does not take up personal advocacy. The council is an open forum for patients to discuss issues that concern them about their stay in hospital and their aftercare. Call Freda on 01597 822191 or email: freda.lacey@pavo.org.uk.

Powys Independent Mental Heath Advocacy ServiceAdvocacy in Powys provides a free, confidential and independent advocacy service for people with mental health difficulties. It will help you to make sure that your voice is heard in whatever context is appropriate for you, offering support at informal or formal meetings, hearings, assessments, and reviews. Advocates are also trained as Independent Mental Capacity Advocates (IMCAs) to support people who lack the capacity to make certain decisions, according to the Mental Capacity Act 2005. This service is managed by the Community Health Councils (CHCs) of Powys and is based from offices in Brecon & Newtown. The CHC is independent of the NHS and exists to help, support and represent patients and the public to the NHS.You can find out more here.Brecon and Radnorshire CHC01874 624 206 2 The Struet, Brecon, Powys LD3 7LHMontgomery CHC01686 627 632 Ladywell House, Newtown, Powys SY16 1JBYou can download a British Institute of Human Rights (BIHR) guide to Mental Health Advocacy & Human Rights here.

Independent advocacy for older people - Age Cymru in PowysThis is a Powys-wide service for people aged 60+ who need help or assistance. Age Cymru can arrange to visit you in your own home, hospital or care/residential home. It is a free and confidential service.01982 551918advocacy@acpowys.org.uk

Powys Stronger in Partnership Network is made up of individuals with lived experience of mental distress and people working in the NHS, council and voluntary agencies. The aim is to deliver the WAG requirement that people who have used mental health services, and their carers, have the opportunity to be genuinely and constructively involved in the design, planning and delivery of mental health services.e-mail: freda.lacey@pavo.org.uk or call 01597 822191

Powys Carers ServiceProvides services to carers of all ages throughout the County. Provides feedback to health & social services Carers’ views and suggestions of the Services Carers need and want to help them to continue to care for their loved ones and as individuals. Outreach support throughout county includes Brecon Mental Health Carers Support Group. http://powyscarers.org.uk/email: info@powyscarers.org.uk 01597 8238001st Floor, Old Town Hall, Temple Street, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5DL